Malteco
At an altitude of 2,300 metres, in the so-called "house above the clouds", Malteco rum matures in one of the highest warehouses in the world - Guatemala's thin, cool mountain air decisively shapes the character of this rum, made from cane honey rather than molasses. Originally distilled at Licorera Quetzalteca, the production story changed fundamentally in 2011: when Diageo took over the Guatemalan distillery and shifted its focus entirely to its own flagship brands Zacapa and Botran, Malteco creator Marco Savio had to relocate production to Panama - to the same Caribbean Spirits distillery where his Malecon rum is made. With the help of experienced Guatemalan "maestros roneros", he nonetheless managed to preserve the distinctive Guatemalan style, which is why "Ron al estilo de Guatemala" - rum in the Guatemalan style - still appears on every bottle today.
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Is Malteco still made in Guatemala?
No, not directly anymore. Malteco originally came from the Guatemalan Licorera Quetzalteca, but after Diageo's takeover in 2011, brand creator Marco Savio relocated production to Panama, to the same distillery that produces Malecon rum. Guatemalan maestros roneros still ensure the typical style, however.
What is the "house above the clouds"?
A warehouse at around 2,300 metres altitude, one of the highest in the world - the cool, thin mountain air influences maturation and gives Malteco its distinctive character.
Flavour profile
Taste: Full-bodied and sweet with caramel, tropical fruit and a woody, spiced depth from the cane-honey production method.
Recommended enjoyment: Neat as a digestif, to enjoy the complex aromas of high-altitude maturation.
Start with Malteco 10 Year Old.
Facts and figures
Originally Licorera Quetzalteca, Guatemala. Production moved to Panama (Caribbean Spirits) since 2011 following Diageo's takeover. Matured in a high-altitude warehouse at approx. 2,300 metres. Made from cane honey rather than molasses.